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curiosity

[kyoor-ee-os-i-tee] / ˌkyʊər iˈɒs ɪ ti /




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So her May 6 appearance in the courtroom attracted intense curiosity.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

After a celebrated career, she returns with a collection of 13 short stories that explore mortality, thorny relationships and intellectual curiosity — hallmarks of her writing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The students who come from the neighborhoods she serves have to make do with schools that don’t instill curiosity but simply demand that they memorize things and sit still.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

However, what Jemima and far too many children like her experience today goes far beyond morbid curiosity.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

Something about this letter sent prickles up my arm and made me feel uneasy, but my curiosity got the better of me, and I unfolded it and read.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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